Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work setting
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Various locations
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Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
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Load and unload goods
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Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
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Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
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Perform brake adjustments
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Perform emergency roadside repairs
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Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
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Perform preventive maintenance
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Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
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Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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AZ class license
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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
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Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
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Accident or incident reports
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Bill of lading
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Driver logbook
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Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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Maintenance and repair reports
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Trans-border documentation
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Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Communication systems experience
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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
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Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
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International
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Long-haul
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Provincial/territorial
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Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
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Valid passport
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Driver's validity licence check
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Driving record check (abstract)
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Drug test
Transportation/travel information
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Willing to travel for extended periods
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Willing to travel internationally
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Overtime required
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Physically demanding
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Sitting
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
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Patience
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Support for youths
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Indigenous people
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
- Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
- Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
- Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Supports for visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.